rzorko

Goint to purchase 2003 4X2 diesel. Need some help in deciding on 3/4 or 1 ton short box. Since we are going to be on the road a lot I am concerned with how these 2 trucks compare with ride quality. I am unable to test drive 2 wheel drives because all trucks the local dealers have are 4X4's.<br>Any suggestions?

pappyman

If your going to be on the road alot are you pulling a trailer or 5er....the 3500's like a little weight on the rear then they ride good ;D and with a 5er in a cross wind are more stable

rzorko

About 30% of the time 10,000 LB load, 5th wheel. About 40,000 miles a year.

Casey Balvert

Then you need the 3500. I don't think you will find that the 2500 has the payload you need for your fiver. Even my dually rides better than my 97 2500. My two cents.<br><br>Casey

jsr21

There is no diff in ride quality between a 2003 2500 and 3500srw..they both ride on the same main springs, and the 3500 has overload springs to handle extra heavy loads.